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In the fast-paced world of marketing and communications, the fusion of science & technology with creativity is not just beneficial – it’s transformative. This powerful combination can elevate campaigns, resonate with audiences, and drive unprecedented success.
However, for many years, the creative effectiveness of healthcare communications has been hindered by a tug-of-war between science and emotion. Marketers, constrained by regulations and strict parameters, often found themselves at odds with creative communicators who value emotional resonance.
Now a cultural and technological shift is revolutionising how campaigns are crafted and delivered, with the convergence of science & technology with emotion.
Advanced technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI) are creating unprecedented opportunities for engaging audiences on an emotional level. For instance, VR can immerse users in a patient’s journey, fostering empathy and deeper understanding of medical conditions. AR can overlay educational content onto real-world environments, making learning interactive and engaging. AI-powered tools can personalise communication, ensuring that messages resonate with individual preferences and behaviours.
These technological innovations allow healthcare marketers to craft campaigns that are not only scientifically accurate but also emotionally compelling. They enable dynamic interactions with the public, driving greater engagement and impact.
As a result, technology is not just a tool for disseminating information; it is a catalyst for inspiring emotion and fostering meaningful connections between brands and their audiences. This integration of technology and creativity is opening new frontiers in healthcare marketing, making campaigns more effective and far-reaching than ever before.
Here we analyse some of the most effective campaigns that bridge the gap between science & technology, with emotion, function and feeling.
‘Toxic influence’ by Dove. This campaign leveraged AI to address the pervasive issue of digital distortion in social imagery. The campaign introduced an AI-driven tool to detect and disclose digitally altered images, promoting transparency and authenticity on social media. This campaign highlighted not only the pressures of beauty standards but also educated and empowered people to not fall victim to social society, resulting in significant conversations and a demand for more realistic and inclusive portrayal of beauty.
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‘Scrolling Therapy’ by Eurofarma promoted an innovative new app that is helping people with Parkinson’s disease regain their facial expressions. Many people with Parkinson’s have facial masking, which means they are unable to smile or frown, and the app provides them with regular exercises by using their facial movements to scroll and control their mobile phones.
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‘Ready Player Mom’ by Sanofi. This campaign creatively engaged with a hard-to-reach young adult demographic by introducing probiotic health through an unexpected medium – online gaming streams. By strategically deploying gamers’ mothers to surprise their children during live streams, the campaign sparked conversations about gut health. This innovative approach with the power of gaming culture not only broadened their audience but also educated on preventative and gut health, making a memorable impact.
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“Project Convey” by Cox Communications, the largest private broadband company in the US developed a video chat prototype that translates facial expressions and verbal cues into emojis in real time, making it easier for individuals on the autism spectrum to communicate on video calls. People living with autism often find it hard to understand the emotions of others, so this novel idea to simplify communications is not only a great example of creative problem solving, but promotes a more inclusive mechanism to connect people with particular needs.
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The belief that science & technology is a gateway to creativity, and that creativity is the key to great marketing, is more than a philosophy – it’s a call to action. New and emerging, scientifically backed and technology-led methodologies are cultivating an exciting era of healthcare comms that’s brave without being brazen, rational without being reckless and creative without being cautious. We’re excited to see where creativity goes next.
Brands2Life Health operates at the intersection of health and tech. Bringing the agile ethos of tech to drive a fresh, creative approach to healthcare communications for maximum impact and influence. If you are looking for inspiration for your next campaign, contact us at [email protected]
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